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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Fully equipped fitness center
  • Grilling stations
  • Resident lounge
  • Modern amenities
  • Complimentary wifi
  • Workspace

Location

2144 California Street Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20008, United States|Kalorama
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Management

Gables Residential

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 9495

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Ora presents an impressive overall profile with a Zumper expert rating of 8.7, highlighting its balance of price, value, and quality. The property excels in amenities, earning a perfect score, and enjoys a prime location close to vibrant community spaces, restaurants, and health facilities. Additionally, its commitment to sustainability and adaptability for remote work further enhances its appeal, making it a standout option for a variety of lifestyles.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Ora is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ora has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Package service
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

08+Den1 bed1 bath639 sqft$3,000 /mo1 unit available
071 bed1 bath653 sqft$3,252 /mo1 unit available
051 bed1 bath620 sqft$3,325 /mo1 unit available
04RS2 bed2 bath817 sqft$4,050 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Ora

Apartment Amenities

Crafted Porcelain Tile in BathExotic Walnut Plank Flooring
Expansive WindowsGenerous Balcony
Polished Chrome FixtureSpacious Walk-In Closet
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Washer and Dryer

Tech

Smart Thermostat

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKEV Charging
Fitness CenterLEED Certified
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBike Racks
Garage Parking

Services

Dedicated Pet SpaPackage Service
Recycling
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

$55

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: We do have breed restrictions, and invite you to contact our leasing office to learn more!.

$55

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

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Building details

Property details

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About Ora

HomeApartments in WashingtonKalorama Ora

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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Ora is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ora has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Ora
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Ora stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Ora stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ora is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Ora to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

We just moved in and Eric is so helpful and kind. He goes above & beyond, and quickly responded to our service request. The building is beautiful, has great amenities, and the cleanliness stands out. The cleaning staff does a great job.

Sierra F

Sierra F

Oct 07, 2024

I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for Eric's prompt assistance with our sticking door. He did an excellent job, and the problem has been resolved perfectly.

Abby Chen

Abby Chen

Sep 26, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Ora is great for:

Eco living

  • LEED certified property
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Thermostats
  • 97 parks within a mile

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 13 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • 866 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Ora compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Kalorama

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Kalorama.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Ora to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Kalorama.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Kalorama
Washington
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,284
January 2024$2,290
February 2024$2,250
March 2024$2,265
April 2024$2,296
May 2024$2,300
June 2024$2,300
July 2024$2,319
August 2024$2,376
September 2024$2,365
October 2024$2,309
November 2024$2,307
December 2024$2,316
January 2025$2,297
February 2025$2,298
March 2025$2,301
April 2025$2,293
May 2025$2,294
June 2025$2,301
July 2025$2,313
August 2025$2,292
September 2025$2,260
October 2025$2,204
November 2025$2,174
December 2025$2,150
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Kalorama
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,995
January 2024$2,935
February 2024$2,810
March 2024$3,019
April 2024$3,213
May 2024$3,211
June 2024$3,061
July 2024$3,046
August 2024$2,945
September 2024$3,032
October 2024$2,940
November 2024$2,811
December 2024$3,033
January 2025$2,901
February 2025$3,211
March 2025$2,885
April 2025$3,009
May 2025$3,030
June 2025$2,692
July 2025$2,743
August 2025$2,763
September 2025$2,894
October 2025$2,996
November 2025$3,013
December 2025$3,000

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $130,080 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $3,252.
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Schools near Ora

School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens

2425 n st nw

washington, DC, 20037

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School-Within-School @ Goding

810 26th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

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Neighborhood

Kalorama | Washington, DC

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Washington near 2144 California Street Northwest

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 2144 California Street Northwest, Washington

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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